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Distance Learning Platforms

A list of Minnesota approved learning platforms covering various topics and skill levels.

Topics
Funded by
Literacy Level
ESL Reading Level
ABE Reading Level
Commercial – Purchase Required

Pre-Algebra and Algebra I skills, Mathematics, Developmental Students

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
211-235
TABE Score
547-800
Commercial – Purchase Required

From grammar and literacy to dialogues, discussions, and debates, the ever-expanding library of student-focused content makes it easy to find materials relevant to students’ language needs. New content is added almost daily. Materials are sorted by ESL levels.

Ellii used to be named ESL Library - see here for more information.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
ESL levels 1-6
TABE Score
ABE levels 1-6
Commercial – Purchase Required

Provides ELL curriculum Intro, level 1 - 4, and Advanced (6 levels), with an integrated, contextualized approach to learning. The MEL also offers assessments of the skills (Reading, listening, language, grammar) that are being developed.

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
Less than 235
Free
Free

Khan Academy, modeled after computer gaming, uses YouTube videos to cover a wide range of subjects, including math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more. 

For these literacy levels

TABE Score
458 and higher
Free

This platform provides leveled reading selections that are appropriate for adult learners.  These materials, combined with the research-proven strategies of repeated reading and guided oral reading, aid in building learners' fluency and comprehension skills.  

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
All scores
TABE Score
300-630
Free
Free – with Paid Upgrade Available

Includes news articles from many different publications, newspapers, and magazines rewritten at five different reading levels. Includes checks for understanding, comprehension quizzes, and writing prompts. 

For these literacy levels

CASAS Score
Greater than 221
TABE Score
Greater than 458